Project focuses on methods and education aimed at reducing waste generation which occurs during graduation and related ceremonies for Cal Poly Humboldt. These methods and suggested educational outreach are in an effort to make Humboldt graduation and related ceremonies into zero waste events.

This project is an exploration of zero waste efforts in Arcata, CA. We prepared a survey for residents, which was conducted with an iPad outside five grocery stores throughout the city. The survey has nine simple questions about personal practices concerning waste habits.

The goal is to make events on the Arcata Plaza zero waste by January 2014. Objectives for this goal include reducing the amount of compostable waste by 10%, reducing recycling and landfill waste by 50% and reducing the amount of recycling and landfill waste from all events by 90%.

Since the 1970's Cal Poly Humboldt has been aware of the need for waste reduction measures in order to save money on waste transportation and landfill fees. One step to reduce our waste stream was the establishment of the Waste Reduction and Resource Awareness Program (WRRAP).

Description of sustainability internship with Humboldt County engineering firm, Winzler and Kelly, directed at lowering the firms environmental footprint.

Research into reducing the amount of non-recyclable waste generated from the depot on the campus of Cal Poly Humboldt. Project looks at successful campaigns of other universities and contains financial comparisons of two companies with respect to monthly depot purchases.

Basic research into the development of a recycling program along L.K. Wood Blvd for the purpose of waste reduction. Project explores possible community partners and includes brief discussions on expected benefits and issues such as zoning within the City of Arcata.

Development of methods to increase awareness and efficiency of operations at the Reusable Office Supply Exchange program site on the campus of Cal Poly Humboldt. Methods discussed include informational signage, advertisement campaign, increased storage/ organization and departmental surveys.

Brief discussion and research into methods to reduce overall paper usage in the academic computing labs on the campus of Cal Poly Humboldt. Primary methods include print quota software, and informational signage.

Overview of existing source reduction programs for the City of Arcata along with evaluations and suggestions on possible alternative programs.